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Two possibly related symptoms?
Historical mailing list - Michael Elliott
Mon, 24 Sep 2007 23:28:23 -0700
...more lively response; and by torquing the intake runners on the right side, possibly eliminating an air leak that may have been responsible for...
Re: 1.9 engine tune up
Historical mailing list - Bruce Todd
Tue, 17 May 2022 09:56:23 -0700
...some combination of > incorrect basic settings, excess or unmetered air getting into the intake. > In addition having a 2.3L which also has a...
Re: Garage Cleanup Sale - Making Room for a New Project
Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
Wed, 29 Jun 2011 21:00:45 -0500
...Includes ac compressor brackets and bolts, Intake and > > exhaust manifolds, injector hoses, etc. No wiring harness.This engine > > would run good if coolant leak...
Re: Mann Oil Filter and lifters Was:Engine Starting Problem
Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
Wed, 26 Feb 2014 11:33:32 -0600
...I've gone over it with a stethoscope and it seems to > be > >>>>>>> loudest at the driver's side of the intake air distributor...
Re: replace idle stabilizer or not??
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
Tue, 14 Sep 2010 01:32:57 -0700
...intake air leaks come to mind if it won't run at 1,000 rpm. make sure the idle switch on the throttle body...
Re: Garage Cleanup Sale - Making Room for a New Project
Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
Wed, 29 Jun 2011 18:10:56 -0700
...Includes ac compressor brackets and bolts, Intake and >> exhaust manifolds, injector hoses, etc. No wiring harness.This engine >> would run good if coolant leak...
Re: Timing Issues
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel
Sun, 29 Dec 2013 22:13:50 -0800
...and there are no air intake leaks ....and it's running strongly on all 4 cylidners.. then ...ALWAYS MAKE SURE THE IDLE SWITCH MAKES...
Re: COLD START PROBLEM!!!!!!!!! anyone!!!!!
Historical mailing list - Benoit
Mon, 1 Aug 2005 22:35:51 -0400
...AFM, distributors or ECU, but i have a ECU... it may be faulty... am not sure... Regards, Ben Dennis Haynes wrote: >The temp 2...
Re: Top Overhauls
Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
Sun, 15 Dec 2002 23:24:44 -0600
...set the distributor timing and we (me and the instructor) set exactly 180 degrees out, so it fired when the intake valve was opens...
Re: Mann Oil Filter and lifters Was:Engine Starting Problem
Historical mailing list - Craig Cowan
Wed, 26 Feb 2014 02:05:55 -0500
...I've gone over it with a stethoscope and it seems to be >>>>>> loudest at the driver's side of the intake air distributor...
Re: making a little headway but need advice
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel
Sat, 7 Dec 2013 13:41:48 -0800
...There , we nailed it...humanity's main problem ..Confusion ) additionally on an air-cooled VW opposed four ( yuck ! btdt ! ) # 3 is slightly retarded on...
Re: Van won't run right - troubleshooting help, more
Historical mailing list - David Hardy
Fri, 30 Sep 2011 21:29:02 -0600
...let enough air in . > Sometimes pulling one of those air breather hoses out of the air intake book > will let enough air into to...
DJ Compression Ratio
Historical mailing list - Kim Springer
Mon, 23 Jun 2008 19:13:22 -0700
...On the trip down, I > used the > > stock 1.9 ECU with a 1.9 distributor set to TDC. The > tires are 185 14...
Re: 84 running issue solved?
Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
Tue, 31 May 2022 11:37:06 -0400
...some combination of incorrect basic settings, excess or unmetered air getting into the intake. > > Start with checking that the throttle body is properly adjusted...
Re: Mann Oil Filter and lifters Was:Engine Starting Problem
Historical mailing list - Tom Hargrave
Wed, 26 Feb 2014 01:01:24 -0600
...I've gone over it with a stethoscope >>>> and it seems to be loudest at the driver's side of the intake air >>>> distributor...
Re: Alternator vibration -
Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
Mon, 15 Jun 2020 06:27:07 -0700
...Also looked at my main intake manifold hoses - the 4 short stubby hoses that connect the intake air distributor and they look ready for...
Re: Has anyone saved a burnt engine?
Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
Mon, 3 Mar 2003 16:15:00 -0600
...air. > > Since the engine case itself never ignited, but the components above > it did, > the rubber intake boot for example, then this air layer...
Re: Valve Adjustment during head installation?
Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
Thu, 20 Jun 2002 12:35:44 -0500
...distributor so the notch in the distributor rim is right in line with the rotor arm. #7. I adjust the first #1 intake and...
Re: Van won't run right - troubleshooting help, more
Historical mailing list - HotelWestfalia
Fri, 30 Sep 2011 21:00:55 -0700
...let enough air in . > Sometimes pulling one of those air breather hoses out of the air intake > book > will let enough air into to...
Re: Preparations for Rough Roads
Historical mailing list - Davidson
Sun, 16 Apr 2000 15:38:06 -0700
>ENGINE >Inserts for intake air cleaner > K&N Air Filter.......... *** I prefer the paper ones >2 engine oil filters.... *** 25k miles/3000 = 8 oil...
Re: Garcia's Ghost doesn't like gettin' high.
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
Sat, 21 Aug 2010 20:19:17 -0700
...the occasional 15 year old looking 80 % clogged fuel filter , and air intake leaks, and exhaust leaks .. my point is .. I even wonder if...
Re: Road trip-2200cc Go Westy KIt
Historical mailing list - Skip
Thu, 28 Jun 2012 13:04:47 +0000
...pump, thermostat, air intake, fuel injection, hoses and pipes). They torqued on the fly-wheel and pulley, and installed the distributor driveshaft (albeit 90...
Re: My van is HOME!!!!
Historical mailing list - SDF ( aka ;jim lahey' - Scott )
Fri, 26 Feb 2016 10:43:13 -1000
...Just many tiny air leaks . The engine management system depends a lot on measuring the air in a waterboxer .. that part has to be...
Re: diesel gas conversion - fourth day
Historical mailing list - David Marshall
Sun, 5 May 2002 21:19:42 -0700
...Where is the final resting place of the Air Flow Meter? Usually with the A2 Golf lines there is enough room to play with...
Replace 1.9 with a 2.1 WBX
Historical mailing list - David Kao
Thu, 19 Feb 2009 17:11:30 -0800
...intake manifolds, fuel injectors, fuel lines, fuel pressure regulator, water pump, thermostat housing, all 3 mount harness for alternator, power steering pump, air conditional...
Re: Steam Cleaning?
Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
Wed, 1 Jun 2005 18:36:29 -0500
...distributor so the notch in the distributor rim is right in line with the rotor arm. #7. I adjust the first #1 intake and...
Re: Fuel mixture too rich?
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
Mon, 13 Sep 2010 16:10:48 -0700
...and air leaks/ vacuum leaks .. cant' say that enough. I have found up to 10 tiny air leaks in a 1.9 waterboxer intake...
Re: vanagon golf engine conversion problem
Historical mailing list - David Marshall
Wed, 7 Feb 2001 19:41:55 -0800
...one), all the grounds, vacuum lines, any connections to the intake manifold and airflow sensor, cold start system, coil, rotor, cap, various electrical connections...
Re: TiiCo California Smog Legal!
Historical mailing list - David Marshall
Wed, 14 Jan 2004 20:34:38 -0800
...This can be identified by the presence of a silver colored fuel distributor on the air cleaner box similar to the pre 1987 VW...
Re: Bad Valve Issues/Question, Opinion sought.
Historical mailing list - dr
Thu, 26 Sep 2002 15:09:21 -0400
...In the process I have replaced all the gaskets/hoses > around the air distributor. My engine vacuum is 14.5-15 inHg @ 850 rpms...
Re: Bell housing contamination prevention
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Fri, 31 Aug 2007 09:52:04 -0400
...This was along the lines of the air intake being piped up high and the distributor was in a bag with elastic ties. The...
Garage Cleanup Sale
Historical mailing list - email99
Wed, 29 Jun 2011 22:12:14 -0400
...86 air flow meter + air cleaner housing, pipes, and block off panel.Price $80 86 ECU(25 906 22).Price$100. 86 Oil pump...
Re: No current at FI injector plug - a repsonse
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
Sun, 31 Jan 2010 14:00:23 -0800
...see how 12 volts goes through the 'air intake sensor' to other pins on the ecu ? that says to me the ecu won't...
More 89 Bluestar questions
Historical mailing list - Steve Cotsford
Wed, 15 Jan 2014 17:06:00 -0500
...There is a big allen head set screw where the air box fits the intake bellows which I am guessing is a mixture screw...
My Turbo Audi 2.0 Project (not short)
Historical mailing list - Frank Grunthaner
Wed, 20 Jun 2001 05:24:17 EDT
...Liquid to air intercooler between turbo output and the intake (recirculating pump, VW Golf coolant reservoir mounted at frame on wheel well, with Mazda...
Re: Valve cover oil leak..
Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
Sat, 29 Mar 2003 09:52:19 -0600
...distributor so the notch in the distributor rim is right in line with the rotor arm. #7. I adjust the first #1 intake and...
Re: Craigslist 72 Bus
Historical mailing list - Max Wellhouse
Sun, 6 Jan 2008 12:58:25 -0600
...ignition to electronic >Vacuum Advance distributor >New weber carb on it when I got it, I changed the intake boots & >cleaned the carb >Paint...
Re: 1985 Vanagon 1.9l Digijet No Start
Historical mailing list - Mark Pinnell
Mon, 7 Nov 2022 16:59:40 -0500
...check the timing, the distributor cap and rotor. > - for testing... spray some starter fluid at the intake after the air > filter. > > > On Mon, Nov...
Re: Three Items-O2 sensor running rich.
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Sun, 28 Feb 2010 18:42:24 -0500
...VOM - Pass * Big hose between air cleaner and throttle body OK. * Little hoses (idle switch etc) on the intake side: OK. -- *Best Regards, Jon...
Re: Carb conversions?
Historical mailing list - Mike Rouby
Wed, 16 Aug 2006 18:20:01 -0700
...Can we say flat spot? > Oh, no intake air preheat either. You drive along for 10-15 miles and the > engine just stops. You...
Re: Minimum spares kit. Was: Alternator Brushes Wore Out Pretty Darn Quick
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
Mon, 29 Aug 2011 21:13:30 -0700
...Not >> as smooth, burns more gas....but still runs all right. >> Air intake boot ..if I have one of those ...I carry that. >> and...
Valve Adjustment
Historical mailing list - gary hradek
Mon, 9 Jun 2003 08:38:33 -0700
...distributor so the notch in the distributor rim is right in line with the rotor arm. #7. I adjust the first #1 intake and...
Re: No current at FI injector plug - a repsonse
Historical mailing list - Zolly
Sun, 31 Jan 2010 20:20:13 -0800
...see how 12 volts goes through the 'air intake sensor' to other pins on the ecu ? that says to me the ecu won't...
Re: No Start 83.5: Fuel pump test?
Historical mailing list - Don Spence
Wed, 18 Jul 2007 10:22:09 -0600
...I tested for spark at the plugs- good ( entire ignition is new except distributor. new cap, HT leads, plugs, coil) Grounds had been cleaned...
Re: Minimum spares kit. Was: Alternator Brushes Wore Out Pretty Darn Quick
Historical mailing list - Old Volks Home
Tue, 30 Aug 2011 11:06:45 -0700
...Not >> as smooth, burns more gas....but still runs all right. >> Air intake boot ..if I have one of those ...I carry that. >> and...
Re: 25 MPG Wasserboxer!
Historical mailing list - Jack R.
Mon, 23 Jun 2008 12:45:42 -0400
...On the trip down, I used the stock 1.9 ECU with a 1.9 distributor set to TDC. The tires are 185 14...
Re: Minimum spares kit. Was: Alternator Brushes Wore Out Pretty Darn Quick
Historical mailing list - Rocket J Squirrel
Tue, 30 Aug 2011 07:10:05 -0700
...Not as smooth, burns more gas....but still runs all right. >> Air intake boot ..if I have one of those ...I carry that. >> and...
Re: Mann Oil Filter and lifters Was:Engine Starting Problem The buzzer!
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Sat, 1 Mar 2014 09:26:16 -0500
...I've gone over it with a stethoscope and it seems > > >>>> to be loudest at the driver's side of the intake air > > >>>> distributor...
Re: 1985 Vanagon 1.9l Digijet No Start
Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
Mon, 7 Nov 2022 17:50:36 -0500
...check the timing, the distributor cap and rotor. >> - for testing... spray some starter fluid at the intake after the air >> filter. >> >> >> On Mon, Nov...
Vanagon Winter Storage and or annual inspection
Historical mailing list - Jack R.
Fri, 8 Oct 2010 14:16:37 -0400
...Visual check air intake system, AFM, check electrical connections? ___ _____ Vacuum Idle: _______ 4000 rpm: _______ ___ _____ Tune up parts Cap, Rotor, Plugs, Air Filter, distributor, coil etc...
Re: Alternator vibration -
Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
Mon, 15 Jun 2020 07:15:51 -0700
...Also looked at my main intake manifold hoses - the 4 short stubby hoses that connect the intake air distributor and they look ready for...
Re: Moral qestion--Case in point
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Thu, 18 Jan 2007 19:50:33 +0000
...Confuses the air flow meter and further messes up the mixture for the other cylinders. Dennis ----- Original Message ----- From: Geza Polony Date: Thursday, January...
Re: Minimum spares kit. Was: Alternator Brushes Wore Out Pretty Darn Quick
Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
Tue, 30 Aug 2011 09:51:23 -0500
...Not >> as smooth, burns more gas....but still runs all right. >> Air intake boot ..if I have one of those ...I carry that. >> and...
Re: Valve Adjustment
Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
Mon, 9 Jun 2003 11:10:03 -0700
...distributor so the notch in the > distributor rim is > right > in line with the rotor arm. > #7. I adjust the first #1 intake and...
About the Solex's VS Weber, mechanical trip report & dealer bashing!
Historical mailing list - Ben huot
Sat, 29 Mar 2003 12:39:15 -0500
...OK, I got brand new plug, new wire, new distributor (yea, the distribution order was redone!) new carbs, spare blue coil, new intake manifold...
Re: Mann Oil Filter and lifters Was:Engine Starting Problem
Historical mailing list - Tom Hargrave
Wed, 26 Feb 2014 01:14:04 -0600
...I've gone over it with a >>>>>> stethoscope and it seems to be loudest at the driver's side of >>>>>> the intake air distributor...
Gerbil engine replacement, part III
Historical mailing list - Dieter Dworkin Muller
Fri, 05 Jul 1996 23:59:48 -0600
This morning started with the intention of putting on the fuel pump, generator stand, and distributor before breaking for lunch. As with everything else...
Re: Manifold measuring - is this right?
Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
Thu, 25 Oct 2007 00:16:12 -0700
...procedure for checking intake manifold vacuum so I'm winging > > it. I let > > >> the engine warm up so that aux air regulator thing is...
Re: Driveability issues with a non-stock engine
Historical mailing list - Craig Oda
Fri, 21 Jan 2005 17:37:53 -0800
What happens if Damon disconnects the vacuum line from the distributor, plugs the end that goes into the air intake distributor and then leaves...
89 MYSTERY problem!!
Historical mailing list - Mark Drillock
Fri, 13 Oct 2006 15:20:18 -0700
...Just as it gets warm it starts > coughing and backfiring through the air intake when you press on the gas like > if you would...